Childminder 501244

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 May 2018 23 October 2014

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands the importance of evaluating her practice. She embraces children's ideas. For example, children select out-of-school activities, such as gymnastics, and they are currently learning how to knit. The childminder recognises that these activities enrich their learning experiences.  The childminder helps children learn about differences. Children learn sign language to help them communicate with others. They also celebrate festivals such as Diwali. The childminder recognises that helping children to design Mehandi patterns, supports their creativity and mathematical development.  The childminder demonstrates a good commitment to improvement. She has addressed all actions raised at her previous visit. She has undertaken training, such as first aid, and demonstrates a commitment to sustain improvements.  The childminder has a clear understanding of how to help children learn acceptable

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The provision meets requirements

behaviour. She talks to children about their actions and gives them lots of praise to boost their confidence. The childminder rewards children’s good behaviour with special treats, which include picnics in the garden.  The childminder understands the importance of partnership working. She works in partnership with parents to help them understand the importance of e-safety. The childminder also seeks teachers’ ideas, for example, to help children understand that two numbers added together make a different number.  The childminder has a secure awareness of how to monitor children’s progress to ensure they are ready for their transition into school. She provides innovative learning opportunities that meet children’s individual needs.  The childminder has a secure understanding of how to safeguard children. She also understands how to keep children safe on outings. For example, when children venture on outings to places of interest, such as Styal Mill or Dunham Massey, they wear red

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The provision meets requirements

caps. This protects them from the sun and keeps them visible at all times.

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The provision meets requirements

There were no children present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Inspection activities

 The inspection was carried out following the risk assessment process.  The inspector viewed all areas of the premises where childcare is provided, including the gardens.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she evaluates her practice.  The inspector spoke to the childminder about children's progress and development.  The inspector reviewed documents, including the childminder’s first-aid certificate.  The inspector considered how the childminder works in partnership with parents and others.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she meets the safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 501244 Local authority Tameside Inspection number 1136357 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 23 October 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2001. She lives in the Stalybridge area of Tameside. The childminder operates all year round from 6am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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